Holiday parties are in full swing. This Classic Sabayon Recipe is the perfect dessert to serve your guests.
French cooking at home is easier than you think. The classic turkey meat pie known as Turkey Veronique will impress your guests.
There is nothing hard or fancy about making sabayon at home. This easy gourmet dessert only requires 3 ingredients. Egg yolks, sugar and wine.
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Sabayon cream is elegant, yet so easy to make. Rich and creamy without dairy. Whether you need a dessert for 4 or 24, this recipe is sure to impress.
If you are hosting a party (or two) this season, I’m sure you are busy creating delicious menus and deciding on what you are going to serve your guests. This is the time you need to “stress less” in the kitchen. French sabayon for dessert will have your guests drooling. It will be the hit of the party.
RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for making this easy sabayon dessert are at the bottom of the post.
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French Sayabon Ingredients
I love it when “fancy” food is easy to make. This egg yolk dessert is simple and elegant. Gourmet French cooking in a matter of minutes. Move over classic tiramisu, I think I found a new winner.
This easy sabayon recipe is made in a matter of minutes. Make a small batch for a few guests, double or triple the amount for a large party. You will need:
- egg yolks
- sugar
- wine
Can you believe only 3 ingredients? Easier to make than you think. The flavour is incredible. Luscious and intense, yet light and refreshing at the same time.
Once you see how easy this is to make, you must give Perfect Lemon Curd a try too. You will master it the first time.
For this sabayon recipe, I chose Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi CHARDONNAY. Clean and crisp with flavours of cinnamon, caramel, apple, and oak. The flavours work so well with the gingersnaps and pomegranate ariels in this pretty and festive dessert. Feel free to enjoy this wonderful dessert all on its own too.
How To Make Sabayon Sauce
All you need is a bowl, a pot of water and a whisk! All you have to do is whip, whip, whip.
- Whisk the egg yolks and sugar.
- Add the CHARDONNAY, simmer over boiling water whisking constantly until it thickens.
THAT’S IT!
If you have had the pleasure of enjoying sabayon, you will know just how incredible it is served warm. Like a soft, light foam that melts in your mouth.
Recipe Tips
- Can sabayon be made in advance? Yes, it can be made a couple of days ahead of time. Keep it covered in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Can sabayon be served cold? Yes, however, it does taste better warm or at room temperature. If you make it in advance, just place it on the counter to get the chill out of it before serving.
- Be sure not to OVERCOOK the sabayon sauce. The end result should be a silky smooth sauce (thick and ribbony). The temperature of the sauce should be around 150º F
- This is a fairly quick process, so be sure to have all your ingredients measured and ready to go.
- Whisk, whisk and whisk the entire cooking process. Hence having your ingredients ready, you will be busy whisking.
- Be sure the water does not come to a boil but remains at a constant simmer.
- If you wish, you can use a double boiler, or the pot and bowl method. I would not recommend cooking this over direct heat.
- What is the best wine for making sabayon? This is where you can have some fun. Try whatever you like.
- What to serve with sabayon? For this recipe, I used berries and crushed ginger cookies. Experiment and see what works for you or your dinner theme. You can try shaved chocolate, broken up pieces of cake, or even all on its own.
Sabayon vs Zabaglione
Is there a difference between the two classic recipes? YES! Sabayon is the French adaption of the Italian zabaglione.
Sabayon is made with white wine. More wine in the recipe creates a softer, lighter cream.
Zabaglione is typically made with sweet Marsala wine and 1 tablespoon of sugar for each egg yolk. Less wine in the recipe creates a sweeter and a little denser marsala sauce.
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If you are still deciding on what to serve your guests, give this Classic Sabayon Recipe a try. Elegant, easy, and perfect for spreading some holiday cheer.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS. Please enjoy wine responsibly.
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French Sabayon Dessert
Ingredients
- 4 egg yolks (large size)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup dry white wine (Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Wines Chardonnay works well)
Instructions
- Break the eggs, and put the yolks into a large stainless steel or glass bowl.You can keep the whites in the fridge for another day. Great for breakfast.
- Add the sugar to the yolks and whisk until the mixture becomes a light yellow colour.
- Stir the wine into the egg/sugar mixture.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water. Be sure the water does not touch the bottom of the bowl.
- Keep gently whisking and cook until it thickens (about 5 minutes). DO NOT OVER COOK. The whisk should just be able to leave a slight trace in the mixture, then it is done!
- Remove from the heat immediately.
- Pour into serving glasses.
- ENJOY!
Philip - Chef Sous Chef
Wow, what a beautiful dessert. It has such a holiday feel to it and looks like a perfect finish to a Christmas dinner party.
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much. This true classic is perfect for entertaining. Hope you give it a try at your next dinner party.
Chef Markus Mueller
Love it! Back to the classics, I also use sabayon in savoury dishes as its light and creamy texture is ideal as serving it alongside delicate or proteins or vegetables!
Homemade & Yummy
Guess that is why the classics hold the test of time.
Sam | Ahead of Thyme
This sabayon dessert looks amazing and so festive! Love the pop of colour from the pomegranate. This would make the perfect addition to any holiday party!
Homemade & Yummy
I agree, this is perfect for the holidays. So easy to make, and your guests will be impressed.
Charity
This is such a classy dessert idea! What’s better than combining wine and dessert? And the addition of pomegranate and gingerbread crumbles is brilliant!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes those poos of festive colours and flavours work so well in this super easy and elegant dessert.
Sri Mallya
I have never heard of this dessert before. Looks gorgeous. Perfect treat for upcoming holidays. Adding it to my to do list. YUMMY!
Homemade & Yummy
Hope you give it a try and see just how easy it is to make. Happy Holidays.
Jessica (Swanky Recipes)
I’ve been trying to wrap my head around making a champagne dessert for New Years but I’ve heard through a few baker friends that the flavor doesn’t transfer well. I think I’ll go with a wine dessert and elevate it with fresh fruit like this one!
Homemade & Yummy
Your guests will love it for sure. Happy Holidays.
Lore to Nardelli
Wow you have taken me back to my childhood. Sabayon was my breakfast for many years up until probably grade four. When the teacher used to ask me what ai had fir breakfast I would always smile and say Sabayon. She always asked what it was and I would always reply raw eggs sugar and marsalla wine. I remember dipping my bread and cleaning the plate till there was not. You are right this is a great dessert to serve at the festive parties. Well done!
Cheers!
Loreto
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH…thanks so much Loreto, that means a lot coming from you.
Dominique | Perchance to Cook
Wow! I love the sound of this dessert. It is so elegant, and like you said, perfect to bring to a holiday party. I’ve never made this myself but I really want to now. It sounds like the perfect holiday dessert!
Homemade & Yummy
Hope you give this recipe a try. You will see just how easy it is.
Michelle
What a stunning dessert! This would go down so well at any dinner party but I think it would be great around the holidays. You make it look so easy too, I’m definitely trying this x
Homemade & Yummy
It is super easy. Hope you give it a try an see.
Renee Gardner
I don’t know how I’ve never heard of sabayon before, but it sounds delicious! If I used a sweeter dessert wine in place of chardonnay could I skip the sugar all together?
Homemade & Yummy
No, the sugar is necessary. You may want to check out the Italian version of this.
Nicole
I too love when “fancy” food is easy! I am super surprised at how easy it is to make Sabayon!
Homemade & Yummy
I know right. That alone is a great reason to make this delicious recipe.
Amanda
Sabayon is such a beautiful dessert! I’ve never made it with Chardonnay – can’t wait to try it! This is such a great dessert for the holiday season. It’s so impressive for guests, and you’ve taken the guesswork out of making it perfectly!
Homemade & Yummy
YES it is so easy, and perfect for entertaining. It is not as complicated as everyone thinks. The chardonnay really works well in this recipe. Hope you give it a try.
Stephanie Simmons
This looks like such a fun festive dessert! I don’t actually like alcohol – except in dessert – so this is perfect for us!
Homemade & Yummy
Well there you go. ENJOY!!
Toni
This is sure to be a huge hit for the holidays!
Homemade & Yummy
I know it sure is a hit with hubby. CHEERS!
Liren
It’s been a while since I’ve had a sabayon — this is lovely!
Homemade & Yummy
Hope you give this easy and delicious recipe a try for the holidays.